The American Kennel Club is the world’s largest purebred dog registry and has been the trusted expert for dog breed, health and training information for over 135 years. Our advisers are breeders, trainers and dog sport participants with more than 100 years of combined experience.

There are as many dog breeds as there are lifestyles—AKC PuppyVisor works with you one-on-one and takes the guesswork out of finding your perfect match. Our advisers will walk you through the unique personality and traits of different breeds and help you pick the one that’s right for you.

Already have a breed in mind? We’ll help you select a breeder, ask the right questions, and walk you through parts of the process such as breeder screening advice and home visit guidelines.

AKC PuppyVisor will also work with you to register your new dog with the AKC and ensure that you are set up with your lifetime access to AKC GoodDog! Helpline and AKC Vetline lifetime access. When you sign up for AKC PuppyVisor, you have the comfort of knowing that our team of experts is dedicated to helping you with the journey of dog ownership through puppyhood and beyond.